NOTIFIER TECH TIP

AFP-2800/AFP-3030 FCM-1 & XP6-C Modules in “CLIP” V1.0 CH 01/09/16

FCM-1 and XP6-C are supervised control modules typically used to switch an external power
supply, such as 24VDC, through to notification appliances in the field such as bells, sounders
or strobes.

As these are addressable loop modules, depending on the type of other devices that are
installed on the same loop, it is possible that the loop could be polling the installed modules
in either “Flashscan” or “CLIP” mode.

Please be aware of the following differences when the FCM-1 and XP6-C modules operate in
these modes:

In “Flashscan” mode, the 24VDC external supply WILL be monitored internally by the
module for failure. Should the 24VDC be removed, the module will report a fault through to
the control panel.
- AFP-2800 will report this as an F05 fault
- AFP-3030 will report this as an “Open” fault

In “CLIP” mode, the 24VDC external supply WILL NOT be monitored internally by the
module and removal of the 24VDC will not be reported as a fault.

Presence of the 47KΩ EOL (End of Line) resistor on the output circuits IS ALWAYS reported,
irrespective of whether the loop is operating in “Flashscan” or “CLIP” mode.

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It is suggested that where the FCM-1 and XP6-C modules are to be used, that consideration
be given to careful design and selection of devices to be used on the associated loops to
allow the modules to operate in “Flashscan” mode to monitor the external supply internally.

Where it is unavoidable that the FCM-1 & XP6-C modules will be attached to a loop
operating in “CLIP” mode, it may be required to add a power supply EOL (End of Line)
external relay to monitor the external supply, to manually open up the respective output
circuit EOL resistor, or trigger another input point, so that a fault is reported.

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Further information on connections to the modules is contained within the install

documentation for the FCM-1 & XP6-C modules.

Further information on the “Flashscan” or “CLIP” loop polling modes is contained within the
“Flashscan versus CLIP” Tech Tip, located in the “Download Centre” at www.notifier.com.au

Technical Support Call: 1 800 220 345